Michael Hanley retires from the partnership
Date posted:
31 March 2021
Today, 31st March 2021, Michael Hanley retires as our Senior Partner and steps down from the partnership after 32 years of tremendous service to the firm. Michael will take up a new role at the firm as a Senior Consultant … Continue reading →
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